Carlotta
Carlotta is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Free person.
Origin and history
Carlotta is the Italian feminine form of Charles, derived ultimately from a Germanic root. It has long been used in English-speaking countries as an elegant, slightly elaborate alternative to Charlotte. In the United States, it maintains a steady, classic presence while remaining relatively uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
6,462 babies in the United States have been named Carlotta since 1880. It ranks #2116 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1881.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13 %)
- IL (12.6 %)
- TX (9 %)
- OH (9 %)
- NY (8.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 69 |
| 1890-1900 | 81 |
| 1900-1910 | 87 |
| 1910-1920 | 244 |
| 1920-1930 | 322 |
| 1930-1940 | 400 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,225 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,286 |
| 1960-1970 | 872 |
| 1970-1980 | 787 |
| 1980-1990 | 366 |
| 1990-2000 | 213 |
| 2000-2010 | 130 |
| 2010-2019 | 160 |
| 2020-2029 | 220 |
Famous people named Carlotta
- Carlotta Walls LaNier: Civil Rights Activist, Author
- Carlotta Chang: Actress
Nicknames
Carly, Lottie
Fun facts
- Carlotta was famously borne by Princess Charlotte of Belgium, who became Empress Carlota of Mexico in the 1860s.
- It serves as the direct Italian equivalent of the French and English name Charlotte.